Photographer's Note

She was near one of the temples of the sacred hill in Mamallapuram. Apparently, not older than 7, holding a baby that she was treating like a doll. Too shy to do her job - of begging - properly, she kept on hiding on the rocks, still staring at me.
I took this photo from rather far.

i have taken some pictures with people that are this amazing (and heart-breaking). i have had the same problems: lack of sharpness and focus. when i travel next i will always "bracket" my shots with several exposures. don't worry about film cost. just take as many pictures as you can.